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MS Silverlight a Step Back For Linux Users

Posted by kdawson on from the no-media-for-penguins dept.

mattb0611 writes "Just as it seemed that Linux users (especially 64-bit users) would finally be able to enjoy streaming content with a minimum of hassle, Microsoft's new Silverlight software promises to throw a monkey wrench in the works — as they have yet to suggest any sort of Linux platform support."

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  1. Mod parent up by Timesprout · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    Parent is totally correct. Its _always_ someone elses fault with way too many OSS advocates. Where is the blinding brilliant and innovative Open Source Solution that MS are supposed to be stealing from?

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  2. Re:Whatever - Flamebait Story by mikkelm · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    So blame Microsoft for linux projects being too cheap to license technology like everyone else does?

    Right.